San Juan County public meetings in 2022

Hearing Examiner

The San Juan County Hearing Examiner will not hold a meeting on December 28, 2022. The next scheduled meeting is January 25, 2023.

• No meeting on December 28, 2022
• Next meeting scheduled for January 25, 2023

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee will discuss completion of the Comprehensive Plan, review an Ag Viability Survey, and plan listening sessions. The committee will also consider the code revision process and receive updates from WSU, the Ag Guild, Land Bank, SJICD, and the Food System Team.

• Comprehensive Plan completion update
• Agricultural Viability Survey review
• Listening sessions outreach planning
• Code revision process policy discussion
• Updates from WSU, SJI Ag Guild, Land Bank, SJICD, and Food System Team

Landbank Commission

The Commission will consider creating a vision statement or strategic plan for the next 5-10 years, as the Land Bank approaches the end of its authorization period in 2026 and a possible citizen-led renewal effort in 2024. They will also discuss aspirational goals for acquisitions, stewardship, and public outreach, as well as other activities to prepare for renewal, such as an alternatives analysis and assessing neighbors' experiences.

• Discussion of a vision statement or strategic plan for the Land Bank's next 5-10 years
• Consideration of an alternatives analysis to assess what would happen to Land Bank properties if renewal does not occur
• Aspirational goals for acquisitions, stewardship, and public access
• Lopez Hill Addition Conservation Easement Conveyance
• Nomination of 2023 officers

The Commission unanimously elected its officers for 2023 and approved the minutes from the November 18, 2022, meeting. Staff provided updates on conservation easements and stewardship projects, including a $12-13K funding gift from the DNR for San Juan Island work.

• Approved November 18, 2022, minutes
• Elected Christa Campbell as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Brian Wiese as Vice-chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Pickett as Finance Officer (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission will not hold any meetings in November or December 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2023.

• No meetings in November or December 2022
• Next meeting: January 20, 2023

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee will meet to review and discuss updated language and priorities for strategic actions, based on feedback from working groups and committee liaisons. The meeting also includes a staff update on the baseline climate assessment and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Baseline Climate Assessment update from Cascadia Consulting
• Review of updated strategic action priorities based on working group feedback
• Discussion on next steps for prioritization

The committee decided to put the prioritization of Strategic Actions in the Climate Action Plan on hold until the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions report is completed. Members discussed the need for a charging station plan and the impact of electrification on power infrastructure.

• Approved meeting agenda (with addition of glass recycling report)
• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (with one amendment)
• Decided to hold table prioritization of Strategic Actions until GHG emissions report is finished

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will approve October minutes, hear agency and public comments, receive a staffing update, review a Surface Water Subcommittee letter to the Land Bank, and get updates from the Groundwater Subcommittee. New business includes suggestions for 2023.

• Review of Surface Water Subcommittee letter to Land Bank
• Updates from Groundwater Subcommittee
• New business: suggestions for 2023

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will discuss several housing-related items, including a memo on Home Fund planning grants, a letter of support for Project Based Section 8 vouchers, and a proposed 1/10th of 1% affordable housing excise tax. They will also review comments on the Town of Friday Harbor's comprehensive plan and initial responses to the Argyle Lot RFQ. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Discussion of Jon Cain Memo re: Home Fund Planning Grants
• Letter of Support for Project Based Section 8 Vouchers
• 1/10th of 1% Affordable Housing Excise Tax
• Comments on Town of Friday Harbor Comprehensive Plan
• Initial Discussion of Argyle Lot RFQ Responses

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee will celebrate the completion of the Comp Plan and discuss next steps and priorities for the code update. Public comment will be taken at the start of the meeting.

• Comp Plan: WhooHoo!!!! It is done.
• Code Update Strategy: Next steps & priorities

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee will meet to receive an update from Washington State Ferries on service issues, new vessels, and schedule revision plans. Island and terminal representatives will report on local conditions, and the committee will discuss current issues and priorities.

• WSF update on service issues, new vessels, and schedule revision plans
• Hiring and training update from WSF
• Island and terminal updates from San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Shaw, and commercial traffic representatives
• General discussion on current issues and priorities

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee's Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to plan listening sessions for San Juan, Lopez, and Shaw islands. The agenda includes scheduling, collaborator guidelines, facilitation plans, advertising, and support crew coordination. No decisions are recorded; the meeting is focused on discussion and planning.

• Planning listening sessions on San Juan, Lopez, and Shaw islands
• Collaborator share-out guidelines
• Facilitation plan for sessions
• Advertising and promotion strategy
• Support crew for each island

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to review a building permit application (BUILD-22-0344), discuss the annual report, and receive a County Council update. The agenda contains only procedural and review items.

• Permit review: BUILD-22-0344
• Council update with Cindy Wolf
• Annual report discussion
• Streetscapes discussion

The committee discussed flexibility for streetscape requirements and reviewed a building permit for 254 North Beach Rd. Members were tasked with reviewing the draft Annual Report and identifying necessary changes to the Eastsound Subarea plan.

• Reviewed draft Annual Report for submission by December 31, 2023
• Identified requirements for BUILD-22-0344 (254 North Beach Rd) including onsite parking, ADA space, and exterior lighting plan
• Proposed review of streetscapes for presentation in February

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health meets to receive committee updates and program reports from the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program, Community Health Services, and the Dental Program. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists entirely of informational presentations.

• Toddler Learning Center program update by Executive Director René Denman
• Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program and Complex Needs Program update by Program Coordinator Ethna Flanagan
• Community Health Services updates: Home Visiting & Early Childhood Education, Wellness Van Project, and introduction to Child Death Review by Manager Jessica Nye
• Access to Care – Dental Program update by Program Coordinator Kristen Rezabek

The Board of Health approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 19, 2022. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and updates regarding community health programs and committee activities.

• Approved agenda of December 7, 2022 (All Ayes)
• Approved meeting minutes of October 19, 2022 (All Ayes)
• Excused absent members Lisa DiGiorgio, Mayor Ray Jackson, and Kyle Davies (All Ayes)

County Council

The County Council will discuss and potentially adopt resolutions on 2023 staffing levels and pay/benefit plans, and hold a public hearing on the 2023 Budget Mid-biennial Review. Other items include a conservation easement for the Lopez Hill Addition, a Human Services transportation update, and authorization to apply for a Recreation and Conservation Office grant for the Hunter Bay Marine Facility project.

• Resolution adopting 2023 County staffing levels and pay & benefit plans
• Public hearing on the 2023 Budget Mid-biennial Review (continued from Nov 29)
• Discussion of resolution to convey a conservation easement deed on Lopez Hill Addition property to the Preservation Trust
• Request for authorization to apply for a Recreation and Conservation Office grant for the Hunter Bay Marine Facility project
• Human Services Transportation update

County Council

The Council will hold a continued public hearing to consider adopting an ordinance updating the county's comprehensive plan and official maps, as required by the Washington Growth Management Act. This item affects land-use rules and zoning for all county residents.

County Council

The Council will hold public hearings and take action on several 2023 budget and tax items, including the property tax levies for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense, as well as the 2023 Capital Improvement Plan and the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan. They will also discuss and vote on the 2023 staffing and pay plan, financial policies, and a recreation plan update. The agenda includes multiple public hearings and action items related to the county's annual budget and planning cycle.

• Adopt 2023 Annual Construction Program and Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan 2023-2028
• Set 2023 property tax levies for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense
• Adopt 2023 Capital Improvement Plan and 2023-2028 Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Adopt 2022 Budget Emergency and Supplemental Appropriations
• Adopt ordinance updating Comprehensive Plan and official maps under the Growth Management Act

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will convene on November 18, 2022, to consider adopting the 2022/2023 budget amendments following a public hearing. The agenda also includes updates from the San Juan Preservation Trust, a County Council report, and discussions on the Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan and acquisition processes.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of the 2022/2023 budget amendments
• Discussion of the Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan update
• Acquisition process discussion
• Partner update from the San Juan Preservation Trust
• Nominating committee for 2023 officers

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission has cancelled its meetings for November and December 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2023.

• No meetings in November or December 2022
• Next meeting set for January 20, 2023

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to review the Assessor's certification of the 2022 assessment roll and any current good cause waiver requests. This is a procedural step in the property tax appeal process.

• Review of Assessor's certification of the 2022 assessment roll
• Review of any current good cause waiver requests

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee will consider adopting its 2023 Work Plan and 2022 ARC Report. The meeting also includes updates from WSU, SJI Ag Guild, Land Bank, SJICD, and the Food System Team.

• Action item: 2023 Work Plan adoption
• Action item: 2022 ARC Report adoption
• Public comment period

Agricultural Resources Committee

The subcommittee will debrief a recent retreat and discuss a draft work plan for 2023 outreach activities. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• Public comment period
• ARC retreat debrief
• Draft 2023 outreach work plan

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to swear in board members, review any current good cause waiver requests, and discuss scheduling for 2022 petitions. This is a procedural meeting focused on administrative setup and case management.

• Swear in Board members
• Review any current good cause waiver requests
• Discuss 2022 petition scheduling

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will hear updates on grants, transfer stations, and a state SWAC report. New topics include organics recycling implementation planning and a tour debrief on extended producer responsibility. The committee will also review results from a citizen composting survey and plan for a spring hazardous waste event.

• Organics Recycling Implementation Planning (Resource Synergy)
• Extended Producer Responsibility Metro Vancouver Tour Debrief
• Citizen Composting Survey Results
• Spring GICU Event scheduled for April 22, 2023
• Hazardous Waste Event on Orcas Island – November 19

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator, review the 2022 Annual Report and 2023 Work Plan, and discuss the 2022 Home Fund Admin and Finance Review and the Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan. The meeting includes public comment, approval of minutes, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• HAC 2022 Annual Report & 2023 Work Plan review
• 2022 Home Fund Admin and Finance Review discussion
• Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan Update discussion
• Housing Program Coordinator updates from Ryan Page
• Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will swear in members, appoint a chair and vice chair for 2022/2023, discuss meeting and hearing formats, review current good cause waiver requests, and discuss 2022 petitions.

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold public hearings on the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan, a noxious weed program fee increase, and 2022 public facility grants. They will also discuss the 2023 budget, property tax levies for roads and conservation, and vote on extending the visitors bureau marketing contract.

• Public hearing to approve the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan
• Public hearing on ordinance to increase the noxious weed program assessment
• Discussion of ordinances setting 2023 property tax levies for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense
• Action to approve one-year extension of San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau marketing agreement to Dec. 31, 2023
• Discussion of 2022 Budget Third Amendment and 2023 Capital Improvement Plan

Agricultural Resources Committee

The San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee is meeting to review a draft work plan and discuss notes from an ARC retreat, as well as a code update plan. The meeting includes a public comment period and is primarily procedural.

• Draft Work Plan review
• Notes from ARC Retreat for work plan discussion
• Code Update Plan discussion

County Council

The Council will hold discussions on the Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan for 2023-2028 (with action scheduled for November 29) and on the Comprehensive Plan update, including a second touch on an ordinance related to the Comprehensive Plan. These are discussion items only; no final decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Discussion of the 2023-2028 Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan (formerly Parks, Trails, and Natural Areas Plan)
• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan update
• Discussion of an ordinance regarding the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan (second touch)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The board will vote on a resolution linking land-use classifications to property assessments, and discuss a proposed interlocal agreement with the Conservation Land Bank for weed control. Other items include a report on the noxious weed program, a request for a Youth Conservation Corps grant, and a budget update.

• Vote on resolution regarding land use classifications and property assessments
• Discussion of interlocal agreement with Conservation Land Bank for contracted weed control
• Presentation of monthly program report
• Consideration of Youth Conservation Corps 2023 grant letter of commitment
• Update on budget status

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to discuss streetscapes/pathways, code violations, and housing in Eastsound. They will also review two building permits: BUILD-22-0324 for a new single-family residence and BUILD-22-600 for a remodel and addition.

• Discussion of Eastsound Streetscapes/pathways
• Discussion of Code Violations
• Discussion of Eastsound Housing
• Review of BUILD-22-0324: new single-family residence
• Review of BUILD-22-600: remodel and addition

The committee identified priority trail locations and agreed to draft a letter to the Council and Public Works regarding these recommendations. Members discussed streetscape designs and code violations related to camping. The committee also rescheduled its December meeting.

• Approved moving the December meeting from Dec 1 to December 8
• Agreed to draft a letter to Council and Public Works recommending trail priorities
• Identified five priority trail areas including Lovers Lane and Crescent Beach

Fair Board

The San Juan County Fair Board will meet to receive a budget update, discuss online entry procedures, review the fair board structure, select the 2023 fair theme, and approve the fee schedule. The meeting is open to the public via phone.

The Board decided to allow 4 pickleball courts to be installed by Island Rec. with a reevaluation scheduled for December 31st. Other items discussed included a fair recap, security policies, and the 2023 fair theme.

• Approved installation of 4 pickleball courts with reevaluation on Dec. 31st
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved July 15th, 2022 minutes

County Council

The Council will discuss and schedule public hearings for the 2023 budget mid-biennial review, the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan, and ordinances setting 2023 property tax levies for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense. They will also consider a one-year extension of the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau marketing agreement and a contract with the Town of Friday Harbor for law enforcement services.

• 2023 property tax levy ordinances for Land Conservation Futures, County Roads, and Current Expense
• 2023-2028 Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan approval
• One-year extension of San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau Destination Marketing agreement to Dec. 31, 2023
• Contract with Town of Friday Harbor for law enforcement services
• Noxious Weed Program Assessment Increase public hearing scheduled for Nov. 8

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold discussions on the Comprehensive Plan, including briefings from the Director of Community Development and a Planner, and will consider an ordinance related to the plan, with a public hearing scheduled for November 29.

• Discussion: Comprehensive Plan Briefings by David Williams and Sophia Cassam
• Consideration of an ordinance regarding the San Juan County Comprehensive Plan (first touch, public hearing on November 29)

Veterans Advisory Board

The San Juan County Veterans Advisory Board will meet on October 28, 2022, to discuss the status of the Veterans Service Officer agreement with Whatcom County and review billing activity. The board will also approve minutes from the September 30 meeting.

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee will convene to approve past meeting minutes, receive a staff update on a baseline climate assessment, and discuss additional budget items. The committee will also consider rescheduling its December meeting due to the holidays.

• Approve August 25, 2022 and September 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Staff update on baseline climate assessment
• Discussion of additional budget items
• Consider rescheduling December 22 regular meeting

The committee approved the August 25 and September 12, 2022, meeting minutes. Members received reports from various advisory groups regarding food production, waste reduction, land bank strategies, and water resource management. No new policies were voted into law, but several priority levels for sustainability goals were discussed.

• Approved August 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved September 12, 2022 special meeting minutes
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented

Hearing Examiner

The San Juan County Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings on October 26, 2022, for a shoreline variance, a vacation rental conditional use permit, and two shoreline substantial development permits. One hearing is for a permit after the fact for clearing and grading on San Juan Island.

• Shoreline variance by Matt Abell and Stephanie Edinger for residential construction, Lot 13 of Fern Place, San Juan Island (LANDUSE-22-0075)
• Conditional use permit by Robert te Winkel and Carrie Moore for a vacation rental at 125 Highlands Drive, Orcas Island (LANDUSE-22-0031)
• After-the-fact shoreline substantial development permit by James Cullinan for clearing, grading, landscaping, and path construction on San Juan Island (LANDUSE-22-0031)
• Shoreline substantial development permit by Carl and Cynthia Beckwith for a dock expansion at 111 Promontory Drive, Orcas Island (LANDUSE-22-0075)

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee (ARC) will hold a special meeting to discuss draft action items from the Climate & Sustainability Committee. The agenda includes public comment and a review of the meeting agenda.

• Discussion of Climate & Sustainability Committee draft action items

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including a draft lease for the Coffelt property, final approval of the Turtleback SMP, and public comments on the Watmough Addition Interim Management Plan. The meeting also includes financial and director's reports, as well as updates on recreation, open space, and stewardship planning.

• ACTION – Coffelt Lease Draft Approval for Legal Review
• ACTION – Final Turtleback SMP Consideration for Approval
• Public Comments and Draft Responses for Watmough Addition Interim Management Plan
• Financial Report – 3rd Quarter 2022 Financial Report
• Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan Update

The Commission unanimously approved the 2022 Turtleback Mountain Preserve Stewardship and Management Plan. They also reached consensus to forward the Coffelt Farm lease draft for legal review. The meeting included updates on acquisitions, the County Home Fund, and the Recreation, Open Space, and Stewardship Plan.

• Approved 2022 Turtleback Mountain Preserve Stewardship and Management Plan (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to forward Coffelt Farm lease draft for legal review
• Approved September 16, 2022, minutes with corrections
• Set annual retreat for December 2022, in person with hybrid backup

Lodging Tax Advisory Board

The San Juan County Lodging Tax Advisory Board will review current awards and projects, including the Jackson Beach Project and a Sail Orcas fund reallocation of $5,000. They will also discuss the process for 2023 awards, with an uncommitted amount of $721,720, and set meeting dates for next year.

• Review of remaining funds: $826,790 available for current awards and projects
• Sail Orcas repurpose of funds: $5,000
• Uncommitted amount for 2023 awards: $721,720
• RFP deadline for 2023 awards: November 6
• Presentation and review dates for 2023 awards: December 5, 7, 8, 9

Planning Commission

The San Juan County Planning Commission will discuss the remainder of its 2022 calendar, approve minutes from September 16, and hold a public hearing on the Public Works Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2023-2028. Commissioners will also discuss housing issues related to the development code with staff, but no public comment will be taken on that item.

• Public hearing on Public Works Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2023-2028
• Discussion of housing issues related to the development code (no public comment)
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2022 meeting

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2023-2028 to the County Council, with emphasis on bike lanes and separated bike lanes where appropriate. No meetings were scheduled for November and December 2022 due to staff focus on the Comprehensive Plan Update. Commissioner Steve Rubey was thanked for his service as his term ends in December. The commission also held a discussion on housing issues related to development code, but no decisions were made on that topic.

• Approved minutes of September 16, 2022 (4-0)
• Recommended Six-Year TIP 2023-2028 to County Council with emphasis on bike lanes (5-0)

Citizens Salary Commission

The San Juan County Citizens' Salary Commission will meet to discuss and potentially decide on cost-of-living adjustments and base pay increases for elected officials, using data from comparator counties. The agenda also includes public testimony, approval of prior minutes, and scheduling of future meetings.

• Discussion of cost of living increases for elected officials
• Discussion of base pay increases for elected officials using comparator county data
• Review of Assessor's report on Residential Value by Mailing Address
• Public testimony opportunity at 12:05 p.m.
• Term option for Madden Surbaugh

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Clean Water Utility's riparian restoration program for False Bay Creek, Garrison Creek, and Crow Valley Creek, and discuss water needs for Cascade Creek spawning coho. The meeting also includes approval of August 2022 minutes, agency updates, and public comments.

• Review of riparian restoration program for False Bay Creek, Garrison Creek, and Crow Valley Creek
• Discussion of Cascade Creek spawning coho and water needs
• Approval of August 2022 meeting minutes
• Agency updates and public comments

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive updates from committees, the food program, human services transportation plan, senior programs, Whatcom Council on Aging, and Northwest Regional Council. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Food Program Updates from Environmental Health Manager Kyle Dodd
• Human Services Transportation Plan Update from Program Coordinator Richard Uri
• Senior Programs & Services Update from Director Mark Tompkins and Aging & Family Case Coordinator Gail Leschine-Seitz
• Whatcom Council on Aging presentation by Executive Director Chris Orr
• Northwest Regional Council update by Business Development Manager Ryan Blackwell

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee is holding an online outreach session to recap the current ferry situation, discuss what has been done and what remains to be done, and hear public comments. No decisions are being made at this informational meeting.

• Online-only meeting via Zoom, no in-person option
• Recap of current ferry situation and what remains to be done
• Public comments, questions, and discussion period from 6:20 pm to 7:30 pm

Agricultural Resources Committee

The San Juan County Agricultural Resources Committee will review a final Comprehensive Plan memo and discuss comments for the Climate & Sustainability Committee. The meeting also includes updates on recruitment, outreach, and reports from partner agricultural organizations.

• Review of final Comprehensive Plan memo
• Comments for the Climate & Sustainability Committee
• Recruitment report for ARC business
• Outreach planning for ARC retreat
• Ag program updates from WSU, SJI Ag Guild, Land Bank, SJICD, and Food System Team

County Council

The County Council will hold a public hearing on 2022 Public Facilities Finance Assistance Program awards, discuss a proposed increase to the noxious weed program assessment, review financial policies, and vote on approving public works allocations and a revised parks and fairgrounds fee schedule.

• Public hearing on 2022 Public Facilities Finance Assistance Program awards
• Discussion and action on noxious weed program assessment increase
• Discussion of financial policies with County Auditor
• Action to approve public works allocations
• Action to approve resolution revising parks and fairgrounds fee schedule

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee's Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to plan an upcoming retreat on October 26th. The agenda is limited to retreat logistics and facilitation, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Public comment period at 4:10 PM
• Retreat planning for October 26, 8am-noon

Ferry Advisory Committee

The Ferry Advisory Committee is holding an online outreach session to recap the current ferry situation, discuss what has been done and what remains, and explore how the public can help. The meeting includes public comments and discussion.

• Recap of the current ferry situation
• Discussion of what has been done and what remains to be done
• Public comments and questions

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The committee will receive a presentation from Housing Lopez and discuss the history and concepts of the Lopez Village Subarea Plan. They will also review a single-family residence addition permit (BUILD-22-0404). The meeting includes public comments and setting the next meeting date.

• Presentation and questions from Housing Lopez
• History and concepts of the Lopez Village Subarea Plan
• Permit review: BUILD-22-0404 SFR Addition

Housing Bank Commission

The committee will receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator and discuss the 2022 Home Fund. Members will also review the 2022 Annual Report, the 2023 Work Plan, and an update on the Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan.

• 2022 Home Fund administration and finance review discussion
• HAC 2022 Annual Report and 2023 Work Plan review
• Affordable Housing Strategic Action Plan update discussion

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Policy Subcommittee is reviewing documents related to the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on Climate & Sustainability Committee next steps and a Code Update Plan.

• Comprehensive Plan review and final comment planning
• Climate & Sustainability Committee priorities
• Code Update Plan discussion

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive a Washington State Ferries update on service and hiring. Members will discuss terminal updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw islands, as well as commercial traffic. The group will also plan for upcoming outreach sessions.

• WSF service recap and hiring/training update from Rachel Dean
• Terminal updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw islands
• Commercial traffic update
• Planning for outreach sessions on Saturday at 9 am and Tuesday at 6 pm

County Council

The San Juan County Council will meet on Orcas Island to discuss several infrastructure and community plans. The session includes updates on public works projects and the 2022 Home Fund.

• Proposed Road Levy Increase Ballot Measure
• 2022 Home Fund Projects
• Recreation, Open Space & Stewardship Plan
• Orcas Island Public Works projects update
• Reappointment of Paul Andersson to the Agricultural Advisory Board

County Council

The San Juan County Council will meet to discuss the Comprehensive Plan. Briefings will be provided by David Williams, Director of Community Development, and Sophia Cassam, Planner.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings with David Williams and Sophia Cassam

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Control Board will review a monthly report and a proposed funding increase for the Noxious Weed Program. The board is scheduled to hold a formal vote on a resolution to support that funding increase.

• Proposed funding increase for Noxious Weed Program
• Resolution to support funding increase (formal vote)
• Budget status review

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold a special meeting to hear a briefing from the Ferry Advisory Committee Co-Chairs. The discussion features Jim Corenman and Ken Burtness regarding Washington State Ferries.

• WSF briefing from Ferry Advisory Committee Co-Chairs Jim Corenman and Ken Burtness

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will discuss land use matters including the Prune Alley Project and North Beach Rd @ Children’s House. The meeting includes a permit review for an after-the-fact deck application.

• Prune Alley Project
• North Beach Rd @ Children’s House
• Block Grant application for trails
• Lodging Tax Grant
• Permit Review: BUILD-22-0529 (after-the-fact deck permitting)

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee, CAG, and LIO are meeting to receive reports on environmental monitoring and project updates. The body will discuss a proposed derelict vessel turn-in event and various grant-funded projects.

• Intertidal Monitoring Project on Yellow Island presentation by UW
• Proposed derelict vessel turn-in event
• Creosote Assessment Grant update
• MacKaye Harbor Project completion update
• Discussion of BIL Funding and new LIO grant

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The MRC, CAG, and LIO committees are meeting to review project updates and reports. Discussions include intertidal monitoring on Yellow Island and various funding updates. The groups will also address derelict vessels and strategic planning.

• Intertidal Monitoring Project on Yellow Island
• Derelict Vessel List and proposed vessel turn-in event
• Creosote Assessment Grant
• MacKaye Harbor Project Completion
• BIL Funding and new LIO grant updates

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to discuss planning for an ARC retreat and recruitment efforts.

• ARC Retreat Planning
• Recruitment

County Council

The County Council will hold briefings on the Comprehensive Plan led by the Director of Community Development and a planner. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss collective bargaining.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings with David Williams and Sophia Cassam
• Closed session regarding collective bargaining pursuant to RCW 42.130.140(4)(a)

County Council

The County Council will hold a regular meeting to receive briefings on the Comprehensive Plan. These briefings will be led by Community Development Director David Williams and Planner Sophia Cassam.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings with David Williams and Sophia Cassam

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to review the status of a Veterans Service Officer (VSO) agreement with Whatcom County. The board will also review billing activity and discuss scheduling a combined meeting for December 9, 2022.

• Status of VSO Agreement with Whatcom County
• Review of billing activity
• Discussion of combined November-December meeting on December 9, 2022

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is meeting to address two public hearings. Both items on the agenda are listed as being continued.

• Continued public hearing for dock expansion permit at 111 Promontory Drive, Orcas Island (LANDUSE-22-0075)
• Continued appeal of administrative decision for shoreline permit on Bootlegger Lane, Henry Island (APPEAL-22-0005)

County Council

The Council will discuss several items including recruiting incentives, transportation programs, and road closures. Discussions also include low-income housing awards, climate plan updates, and Public Works operations on Lopez Island.

• Recruiting Incentive discussion
• Annual Transportation Programs discussion
• Temporary Road Closure in Eastsound proposal
• Interlocal Agreement with the Port of Friday Harbor proposal
• Public Works Operations on Lopez Island discussion

County Council

The San Juan County Council will meet to conduct briefings on the Comprehensive Plan. These briefings will be led by David Williams, Director of Community Development, and Sophia Cassam, Planner.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings with David Williams and Sophia Cassam

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to receive updates on communicable diseases and the Back-to-School Immunization Project. The session includes committee reports and a briefing on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.

• Updates on COVID-19, Influenza, and Monkeypox
• Back-to-School Immunization Project update
• Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza report
• Committee updates from ACH, CCC, NSBH-ASO, and NWRC

County Council

The Council will hold a special meeting to approve the minutes from September 12 and 13, 2022. The agenda also includes the approval of the September 21 consent agenda.

• Approval of September 12 and 13, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 21 Consent Agenda

County Council

The Council will discuss a recruiting incentive with the Human Resource & Risk Manager. Additionally, the Community Development Director and Planner will provide briefings on the Comprehensive Plan.

• Recruiting Incentive discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Briefings

Agricultural Resources Committee

The committee is meeting to elect officers and discuss outreach and recruitment. Members will review draft climate goals for the Climate Advisory Meeting and discuss the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Election of officers
• Review of draft climate goals from Climate Advisory Committee
• Comprehensive Plan update discussion
• Recruitment and retreat planning

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will meet to discuss acquisitions and stewardship funding. The body will review a draft lease for Coffelt and public comments regarding the Turtleback SMP.

• Review of Coffelt Lease Draft
• Public comments and draft responses for Turtleback SMP
• County Budget Committee meeting regarding Stewardship Funding
• Update on the Recreation, Open Space and Stewardship Plan (ROSS)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing regarding the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update and its Official Maps. The commission will also consider a proposed amendment to expand the Friday Harbor Urban Growth Area at Jensen Marina.

• Continued public hearing on Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update Official Maps
• Public hearing on proposed expansion of Friday Harbor Urban Growth Area at Jensen Marina
• Finalization of the Planning Commission’s Recommendation on the 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update

Housing Bank Commission

The Housing Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. The discussion includes reviews of affordable housing grant applications and the 2022 Home Fund application.

• Affordable Housing Grants Application Discussion
• 2022 Home Fund Application Discussion
• Housing Program Coordinator Updates

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive a Washington State Ferries update on service disruptions and restoration. Members will provide updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw islands, as well as commercial traffic and visitors. The body will also discuss public outreach and future meeting dates.

• WSF update on service disruptions and restoration
• Terminal updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw
• Commercial traffic and visitor updates
• Discussion of a Saturday morning open forum for public outreach
• Transportation Commission update regarding a frog survey

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive progress reports from working groups and discuss recommended changes to the action table. Members will also review responses to the ABC/123 Ranking Survey and continue discussions regarding the Comp Plan.

• Working group progress reports
• Review of ABC/123 Ranking Survey responses
• Discussion on Comp Plan

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold briefings on the Comprehensive Plan led by the Director of Community Development and a Planner. The Council is tasked with scheduling a public hearing for November 29.

• Comprehensive Plan briefings by David Williams and Sophia Cassam
• Scheduling of a public hearing for Tuesday, November 29

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to conduct a recap of the recent fair, including costs and revenue updates. Members will discuss the 2023 fair theme and capital improvements. The board is also seeking approval for a fee schedule.

• Approval of fee schedule
• Review of fair costs and revenue
• Discussion of 2023 Fair Theme
• Capital improvements update
• Security check-in and pickleball discussions

Noxious Weed Control Board

The San Juan County Noxious Weed Control Board is meeting to discuss a proposed funding increase for the Noxious Weed Program. The board will also review monthly reports, budget status, and staffing updates.

• Proposed funding increase for Noxious Weed Program
• Sportsman’s Lake update
• Budget status review
• Staffing updates

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The Marine Resource Conservation (MRC), Conservation Advisory Group (CAG), and Local Initiative Office (LIO) are meeting to coordinate marine programs. The groups will discuss a potential community workshop regarding the FV Aleutian Isle oil spill and review budget spend-down plans for 2022.

• Discussion of potential MRC sponsorship for a community workshop on the FV Aleutian Isle oil spill response
• LIO 2022 spend-down plan and 2023-2025 scope of work/budget
• Update on the Countywide Creosote Assessment
• SRFB Grant Round final updates
• Update on the NWSF Passport to Marine Adventure App

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee is meeting to advise on land use and development matters. The body will discuss temporary housing, dark skies policy, and review three specific permit applications.

• Permit BUILD-22-0423 for townhomes
• Permit BUILD-22-0500 for Eastsound Water Users Association Storage Tank
• Permit LANDUSE-22-0157 for a subdivision
• Discussion on Tiny Homes and temporary housing
• Lighting/Dark Skies goals and policy

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee is meeting to discuss the FV Aleutian Isle oil spill and a potential community workshop on spill response. The session also includes updates on marine program staff roles and the Northwest Strait Salish Sea Conservation (NWSC) passport app.

• Discussion of FV Aleutian Isle oil spill and potential community workshop
• Update on NWSF Passport to Marine Adventure App
• Derelict Vessel Work Group update
• Countywide Creosote Assessment update
• LIO 2023-2025 Scope of Work and Budget

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to review the status of a Veterans Service Officer agreement with Whatcom County. The board will also conduct an after-action discussion regarding the 2022 County Fair booth.

• Status of VSO Agreement with Whatcom County
• 2022 County Fair Booth after-action discussion
• Review of billing activity

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee is reviewing staff updates on fleet transition and energy management. Members will discuss a proposal from Cascadia Consulting for a GHG inventory and the process for making recommendations to the Comprehensive Plan's Climate Change Element.

• Cascadia Consulting proposal for GHG inventory
• County fleet transition update
• County facilities energy management update
• Review of ABC/123 Ranking Survey responses
• Recommendations for the Comprehensive Plan Climate Change Element

County Council

The San Juan County Council is holding a special meeting to discuss an update from the County Roads Administration Board. The session includes a field trip to Prune Alley on Orcas Island.

• Update from Jane Wall, CRAB Executive Director
• Field trip to Prune Alley, Orcas Island

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is scheduled to address a public hearing regarding an after-the-fact shoreline substantial development permit. The agenda notes that this item will be continued.

• Public hearing for clearing, grading, landscaping, and construction at 214 Myers Rd (File: LANDUSE-22-0031)

Landbank Commission

The Commission will receive updates on acquisitions at Hauschka Cady Mountain and discuss the Land Bank process. The meeting includes reports on stewardship, including the Watmough Addition Interim Management Plan and Glenwood Inn.

• Acquisitions update for Hauschka Cady Mountain
• Discussion of LBC Process regarding SJC Code 2.120
• Watmough Addition Interim Management Plan stewardship report
• Glenwood Inn stewardship update

County Council

The San Juan County Council will hold a special meeting to receive a situation update regarding the FV Aleutian Isle pollution response. Emergency Manager Brendan Cowan and Government Partners are scheduled to provide this update.

• Situation Update: Fishing Vessel (FV) Aleutian Isle Pollution Response

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update and its official maps. Staff members Sophia Cassam and David Williams are scheduled to present these items.

• Public Hearing on the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update Official Maps

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The Clean Water Advisory Committee will review current utility capital projects and vote on the 2022-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes a feasibility study for Crescent Beach restoration and a discussion regarding the sunken Aleutian Isle fishing boat near Sunrise Point.

• Vote to approve 2022-2028 CIP
• Crescent Beach restoration feasibility study
• Discussion of spill operations for the sunken Aleutian Isle fishing boat

County Council

The County Council will hold a special meeting at the Legislative Hearing Room. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss litigation or potential litigation with legal counsel.

• Executive session regarding litigation or potential litigation

Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the continuation of the group and unfinished business. Key topics include the loss of previously approved funding for trails and two current committee vacancies.

• Discussion on trails and loss of previously approved funding
• Review of two committee vacancies
• Discussion on the continuation of the committee

County Council

The Council will hold a special meeting including an executive session to discuss litigation or potential litigation with legal counsel. The meeting includes a public comment period limited to three minutes per person.

• Executive session regarding litigation or potential litigation

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The committee will review the history and concepts of the Lopez Village Subarea Plan. The meeting includes a presentation and question period with Housing Lopez regarding housing matters.

• History and Concepts of the Lopez Village Subarea Plan
• Presentation and Questions from Housing Lopez
• Permit Review for BUILD-22-0404 SFR Addition

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss various solid waste updates, including recycling programs and transfer station reports. Members will also provide input on updating the Solid Waste and Moderate-Risk Waste Management Plan.

• Approval of May 12 meeting minutes
• Reappointment of Steve Hushebeck and Troy Lautenbach to SWAC
• Grants update regarding residential recycling and waste prevention pilot projects
• Input on updating the Solid Waste and Moderate-Risk Waste Management Plan
• Discussion of composting at the SJC Fair

Housing Bank Commission

The committee will receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. Members will discuss the H&CS Housing Action Plan, affordable housing grants, and several 2022 Home Fund applications.

• H&CS Housing Action Plan Update Proposal Discussion
• Affordable Housing Grants Application Discussion
• 2022 Home Fund Application: Housing Lopez
• 2022 Home Fund Application: San Juan Community Home Trust
• 2022 Home Fund Application: OPAL Community Land Trust and Lopez Community Land Trust

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a Washington State Ferries update regarding fueling, crewing, and schedules. Members will also provide updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Shaw, and Visitors islands.

• WSF update on fueling issues, crewing status, and schedules
• Island-specific updates for San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Shaw, and Visitors
• Discussion of commercial traffic and schedule revisions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue its public hearing regarding the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update, excluding official maps. The discussion includes modified elements for Land Use & Rural, Transportation, and Utilities.

• Public hearing on Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Element 2: Land Use & Rural
• Element 6: Transportation
• Element 8: Utilities

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will meet to conduct administrative business and receive updates from the Council and Prune Alley. The primary action item is the review of a land use permit application for Pugh BLM.

• Permit review for LANDUSE-22-0150 (Pugh BLM)

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The Marine Resource Council (MRC) will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair and review project updates. The CAG meeting will focus on the final review and approval of the 2022 San Juan County Salmon Recovery Ranked Project List.

• Chair and Vice Chair elections
• Project updates on SeaBin, False Bay, and Vessel Monitoring
• MSA Plan Strategic Action Review
• Final review/approval of 2022 San Juan County Salmon Recovery Ranked Project List

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will conduct housekeeping tasks including chair and vice chair elections. The meeting includes project updates regarding PFSS, False Bay, and vessel monitoring, as well as a report from the NWSC.

• Chair and Vice Chair Elections
• PFSS SeaBin and other project updates
• False Bay project updates
• Vessel Monitoring updates
• MSA Plan Strategic Action Review

County Council

The San Juan County Council will consider resolutions to put a road levy increase and a one-year Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District property tax levy to voters. The body will also discuss the second 2022 budget amendments and hold a public hearing on the annual docket process.

• Proposition to increase the Road Levy above regular tax limitations
• Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District proposition for a one-year property tax levy
• Second 2022 Budget Amendments
• Public hearing on Annual Docket Process and Requests
• Resolution regarding Glenwood Inn Property

County Council

The San Juan County Council will discuss budget amendments, financial reviews, and environmental program updates. The meeting includes a governing board session regarding a property tax levy for the Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District.

• Resolution to submit a proposition to voters authorizing an increase in the road levy
• Lopez Solid Waste Disposal District resolution for a one-year property tax levy
• Discussion of Second 2022 Budget Amendments
• Resolution regarding Glenwood Inn Property
• Advisory committee appointments and reappointments

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to review the status of a VSO agreement with Whatcom County. The board will also discuss staffing plans for the 2022 County Fair booth scheduled for August 17-20.

• Status of VSO Agreement with Whatcom County
• 2022 County Fair Booth staffing plan (August 17-20)
• Review of billing activity

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct public hearings regarding shoreline development and conditional use permits. Items include a residential compound conversion on San Juan Island and flood hazard reduction on Orcas Island.

• Shoreline substantial development permit for Lonesome Cove Resort at 416 Lonesome Cove Rd, San Juan Island
• Shoreline substantial development permit for flood hazard reduction at 299 Nina Way, Eastsound, Orcas Island
• Conditional use permit for a vacation rental at 4859 Westside Rd, San Juan Island
• Conditional use permit for a vacation rental at 46 Zepher Lane, San Juan Island

Superior Court Administration

The Law Library board will meet to discuss membership, budget, and new acquisitions. The agenda includes a section for new business.

• Board Membership discussion
• Budget review
• New acquisitions discussion

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve updates to the fee schedule and group camping adjustments. The body will also address the use of propane stoves during fire bans.

• Propane stoves discussion and approval during fire bans
• Proposed fee schedule discussion and approval
• Group camping adjustment discussion and approval
• Finances standing update
• Staffing update

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health is meeting to receive updates on communicable diseases and new member recruitment. The session includes a recognition of retiring board members.

• Update on BOH new member recruitment
• Communicable disease updates regarding COVID-19, Rabies, and Monkeypox
• Recognition of retiring members Dr. Dale Heisinger and Dr. John Geyman

County Council

The Council will consider several funding allocations for parks, housing assistance, and historic preservation. Discussion items include a road levy increase ballot measure and the Glenwood Springs acquisition.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance regarding surplus animals (SJCC 2.104.060)
• Resolution discussion regarding Road Levy Increase Ballot Measure
• Allocation of 2022 REET II funds for Parks & Fair Department Facilities
• Funding recommendations for Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Grant application for the Higgins Property, Lopez Island (Watmough Bay Addition)

Fair Board

The Fair Board will review several operational items including superintendent status and potential recognition gifts. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a fee schedule proposal and various event updates.

• Fee Schedule Proposal
• Superintendent Status/Needs
• United Site Service Replacement
• High Noon Games update
• Library Exhibit update

Landbank Commission

The Land Bank Commission will discuss the potential acquisition of Glenwood Inn and receive a recommendation regarding a lease proposal for Coffelt Farm. The meeting also includes updates on acquisitions at Hauschka Cady Mountain and a second quarter financial update.

• Glenwood Inn acquisition discussion
• Coffelt Farm lease proposal recommendation
• Hauschka Cady Mountain acquisition update
• 2nd Quarter Financial Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update, excluding the Official Maps. Staff members Sophia Cassam and David Williams will present the draft ordinance and exhibits.

• Public hearing on the Draft 2036 Comprehensive Plan Update Excluding the Official Maps

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Housing Action Plan and the Housing Program Coordinator. The body will also discuss the 2022 Home Fund Round and the Argyle Lots.

• H&CS Housing Action Plan update
• 2022 Home Fund Round discussion
• Argyle Lots discussion
• HB 1220 Project Housing Needs Methodology discussion

County Council

The San Juan County Council is meeting on Waldron Island to discuss several local infrastructure and environmental updates. The session includes reports on quarry access, parking projects, and sustainability efforts.

• Waldron Quarry Access & Use
• Deer Harbor Parking Project Update
• Climate and Sustainability Committee Update
• Hazardous Waste & Recycling Update
• Waldron Island’s Beach Ecology

County Council

The Council will hold a regular meeting on Waldron Island. Discussion items include updates on the Deer Harbor Parking Project, climate and sustainability, and hazardous waste/recycling.

• Waldron Quarry Access & Use discussion
• Deer Harbor Parking Project update
• Climate and Sustainability Committee update
• Hazardous Waste & Recycling update
• Waldron Island's Beach Ecology discussion

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The MRC, CAG, and LIO committees are meeting to discuss marine program updates and project reports. The body will conduct 2022 grant review and scoring and discuss the 2023-2025 LIO contract.

• 2022 Grant review and scoring
• 2023-2025 LIO Contract discussion
• Crescent Beach Feasibility Study final report
• Project updates on PFSS SeaBin, False Bay, and Vessel Monitoring
• Puget Sound Partnership update

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee will meet to discuss administrative items and a comprehensive plan public hearing update. The body will also review a permit application for a single family residence.

• Permit review for BUILD-22-0335 Single Family Residence
• Update on Comprehensive Plan public hearing
• Review of Resolution 1422 Code of Conduct for SJC appointed boards and Commission

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will discuss various project updates, including vessel monitoring and the SeaBin. The meeting also includes a grant review and scoring session, as well as a discussion regarding the 2023-2025 LIO contract.

• Review of PFSS - SeaBin and other project updates
• Crescent Beach Feasibility Study final report
• 2022 Grant review and scoring
• 2023-2025 LIO Contract discussion

Ferry Advisory Committee

The Ferry Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss an OPMA application. The committee will also consider a FAC/exec proposal.

• Discussion of OPMA application to FACs
• Consideration of FAC/exec proposal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review the second part of the Whole Plan Review for the Comprehensive Plan Update. The body will also receive briefings on density candidate areas in Eastsound and the Orcas Island Airport Overlay.

• Whole Plan Review Part II
• Eastsound Density Candidate Areas briefing
• Section B, Element 2, Land Use and Rural – Orcas Island Airport Overlay

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Board is meeting to authorize the hiring of seasonal workers and discuss a proposed funding increase for the Noxious Weed Program. The session includes updates on disposal and Sportsman’s Lake.

• Formal authorization of seasonal workers Brook and Jason
• Draft talking points for proposed Noxious Weed Program funding increase
• Sportsman’s Lake update
• Disposal update
• Budget status review

County Council

The Council will accept public testimony regarding the first 2022 budget amendment. The meeting includes discussions on local food economic impacts, food system housing needs, and community development updates.

• Public hearing for First 2022 Budget Amendment
• Discussion on Community Food Assessment & Economic Impact of Local Food
• Discussion on San Juan County Food System Housing Needs Study
• Action item regarding the transfer of ownership of the County K9 Sucia
• Executive sessions to discuss litigation and real property acquisition or lease

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the status of the VSO Agreement with Whatcom County. The board must make a decision on whether to participate in the 2022 County Fair booth scheduled for August 17-20.

• Decision on 2022 County Fair booth (August 17-20)
• Status of VSO Agreement with Whatcom County
• Review of billing activity

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing updates to the Climate Action Plan based on previous feedback and reviewing priorities. The meeting includes the formation of working groups and a community vision exercise.

• Consultant research for GHG inventory
• Summary of STMP community sessions and crossover issues
• Review of responses to Working Groups Survey
• Discussion on community vision statement themes

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct public hearings regarding two shoreline substantial development permits. The session also includes a hearing on an appeal filed by Friends of the San Juans.

• Shoreline permit for Lonesome Cove Resort conversion to multifamily residential at 416 Lonesome Cove Rd
• Shoreline permit for flood hazard reduction at 299 Nina Way, Eastsound
• Appeal by Friends of the San Juans regarding a Bed and Breakfast at 253 Boyce Rd

Deer Harbor Plan Review Committee

The committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its membership and review past, present, and future projects. The meeting includes an opportunity for public participation in committee discussions.

• Discussion of committee membership
• Review of past, present, and future projects

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank Commission will discuss updates on land acquisitions and the Conservation Area Fund. The body will also review public comments on the Turtleback Management Plan and the Coffelt Farm lease process.

• Acquisitions updates for Glenwood Inn (McPeake) and Entrance Mountain on Orcas Island
• Acquisition update for Hauschka Cady Mountain on San Juan Island
• Conservation Area Fund cash projections
• Turtleback Management Plan public comment summary
• Coffelt Farm lease process update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the 2022 Annual Docket. The body will also review Part I of the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Public hearing on the 2022 Annual Docket
• Comprehensive Plan Update: Whole Plan Review Part I

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive updates regarding various committees and health programs. The agenda includes discussions on maternal child health, sexual and reproductive health, and COVID-19.

• Committee updates from ACH, CCC, NSBH-ASO, and NWRC
• Maternal Child Health (MCH) updates
• Sexual and Reproductive Health Program updates
• Board of Health Member Recruitment Process discussion
• COVID-19 update

County Council

The Council will discuss the first 2022 Budget Amendment and a security camera project update. Other items include discussion on tiny homes and an action to accept a deed for the Glenwood Inn (McPeake) property.

• First 2022 Budget Amendment discussion
• Security Camera Project Update & Request
• Tiny Homes discussion
• Acceptance of the Deed for the Glenwood Inn (McPeake) Property
• Reappointment of William Agosta and William Rupp to the Noxious Weed Advisory Board

Ferry Advisory Committee

The San Juan County Ferry Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from Washington State Ferries and the Transportation Commission. The body will discuss the fall sailing schedule and current service and crewing priorities.

• WSF update on legislative status, crewing, and schedules
• Discussion on the fall sailing schedule timeline
• Updates from terminal agents and island representatives
• Discussion on the open meetings act and public input formatting

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss operational preparations for the fair, including vendor counts and facility needs. The body will review updates on tents, restrooms, and the chicken/rabbit area.

• Vendor type and number comparison to 2019
• Decision on Parks/Fair Merch Booth
• Review of janitorial and ticket gate contracts
• Updates on chicken/rabbit area and restrooms
• Bingo update

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. The body will discuss the 2022 Emergency Rental Assistance Program and the Affordable Housing Awards NOFA.

• 2022 Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Affordable Housing Awards NOFA
• Big Sky Housing Trust Program presentation by Melora Hiller

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will review four permit applications for residential construction and remodeling. The meeting also includes reports on Prune Alley and parking in Eastsound.

• BUILD-22-0155: New SFR
• BUILD-22-0167: New SFR
• BUILD-22-0255: Residential Remodel and Addition
• BUILD-22-0308: New SFR
• Reports on Prune Alley and Eastsound parking

Marine Resources Committee

The committee will consider action on 2022-2023 project proposals, including a federal funding special project for Jackson Beach creosote piling removal. Members will also receive updates on various marine projects and discuss staffing and meeting formats.

• Jackson Beach Creosote piling removal proposal
• 2022 SRFB Grant Round Update
• County-wide Creosote Assessment
• 2023-2025 Federal (BIL) funding work planning
• Puget Sound Partnership update

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The MRC-CAG-LIO group is meeting to approve 2022-2023 project proposals and a federal funding special project proposal. The body will also discuss work planning for 2023-2025 federal BIL funding and receive updates on various marine projects.

• Action on 2022-2023 MRC project proposals
• Action on federal funding special project proposal for Jackson Beach Creosote piling removal
• 2023-2025 Federal (BIL) funding work planning
• Updates on County-wide Creosote Assessment
• Updates on SeaBin and False Bay projects

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings regarding two appeals by Evan Westcott over denied parking credits on Orcas Island. Additionally, the body will review two shoreline substantial development permit applications submitted by Washington State Parks.

• Appeal by Evan Westcott regarding parking credits at 631 Rose St., Orcas Island (APPEAL-22-0002)
• Appeal by Evan Westcott regarding parking credits at 271441003000 and 271454306000, Orcas Island (APPEAL-22-0003)
• Shoreline substantial development permit for a pump out station on Sucia Island (LANDUSE-22-0019)
• Shoreline substantial development permit for public moorage facilities in Reid Harbor, Stuart Island (LANDUSE-22-0007)

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the vision, goals, and strategies for a Climate Action Plan. Members will review draft measurable actions and assess their potential impact on greenhouse gas reduction and community value.

• Discussion of draft goals to reduce GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 and 100% by 2050
• Review of risk reduction goal to lower risk by 50% by 2030
• Evaluation of draft actions for transportation, building retrofits, and grid upgrades
• Discussion of strategies for nature restoration, food realignment, and consumption curbs
• Review and approval of April 21, 2022 meeting minutes

Landbank Commission

The Commission will consider the adoption of the 1st Amended Budget Proposal following a public hearing. The meeting includes updates on acquisitions in Orcas, San Juan, and Lopez, as well as a discussion regarding a transition to hybrid or in-person meetings.

• 1st Amended Budget Proposal presentation and adoption
• Glenwood Inn acquisition update (Orcas)
• Resale of Entrance Mountain parcel (Orcas)
• Hauschka/Cady Mountain, Prohaska Rd. acquisition update (San Juan)
• Lopez Community Land Trust trail easement update (Lopez)

County Council

The County Council will hold a special meeting via Microsoft Teams. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss real property acquisition or lease pursuant to RCW 42.30.110 (1)(c).

• Executive session to discuss Real Property Acquisition or Lease

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding the newly adopted Code of Conduct for Boards and Commissions. The body will also receive a briefing on the 2022 Annual Docket.

• Discussion on the Code of Conduct for Boards and Commissions with Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Amy Vira
• Briefing on the 2022 Annual Docket presented by Planner III Brooke Sullivan

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive several annual reports including Environmental Health and Human Services. The meeting also includes updates on Behavioral Health Administrative Services and SJI Prevention Coalition youth projects.

• Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization overview
• Environmental Health Annual Report
• SJI Prevention Coalition Youth Leadership Projects' updates
• Human Services Annual Report
• Administrative updates regarding BOH recruitment and COVID-19

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee is meeting to review the Fossil Free by 33 policy update and determine climate goals for the Climate Advisory Meeting. The session also includes updates on the Ag Org Retreat and various agricultural programs.

• Fossil Free by 33 policy update
• Climate goals for the Climate Advisory Meeting
• Ag Org Retreat recap
• Community Food Assessment by the Food System Team

Fair Board

The board will review previous minutes and hear updates from the 4-H Coordinator. New business includes coordination for Pacific Party pick-up/drop-off and online ticketing updates.

• Janitorial and ticket gate contracts
• Pacific Party pick-up and drop-off coordination
• Online ticketing update
• Recruitment of superintendents for food preservation, livestock, and crafts

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing updates to the Solid Waste and Moderate-Risk Waste Management Plan. Members are also discussing grants and waste tire and plastics improvements.

• Updating the Solid Waste and Moderate-Risk Waste Management Plan
• USDA Climate Smart Communities Grant update
• Household Hazardous Waste events: Friday Harbor (6/10-6/11), Orcas Island (6/18), and Lopez Island (6/25)
• Plastics Improvement and Waste Tire updates
• GICU results discussion

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates from Washington State Ferries regarding legislative matters, schedules, and crewing status. Members will also discuss the timeline for rewriting sailing schedules and potential changes to meeting formats to facilitate public input.

• WSF legislative and service updates
• Discussion on fall schedule and sailing schedule rewrites
• Terminal and Island updates
• Transportation Commission update
• Discussion on Open Meetings Act and meeting reformatting

Superior Court Administration

The San Juan County Law Library is meeting to discuss board membership, budget, and inventory. The body will also review reporting requirements and the expiration of Thomson Reuters contracts in December 2022.

• Thomson Reuters (West) print and patron contracts expiring December 2022
• Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) changes effective June 1, 2022
• Annual reporting requirements per RCW 27.24.020
• Budget and inventory review
• New acquisitions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding government office uses in rural, resource, and special land use designations. The commission will also continue its review of several elements of the draft Comprehensive Plan.

• Public Hearing on Table 18.030.040 regarding Government Offices
• Review of Element B.4 Water Resources
• Review of Element B.6 Transportation
• Review of Element B.7 Capital Facilities
• Review of Element B.8 Utilities and Element B.10 Economic Development

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee is meeting to conduct administrative business and review building permits. The body will consider two specific applications for residential additions.

• Permit BUILD-22-0204 for a residential addition
• Permit BUILD-22-0255 for a residential addition
• Reappointment status of EPRC members

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing regarding an appeal filed by Francine Shaw and Planning and Permit Services LLC. The appeal concerns the denial of a request to process a code interpretation for a property on San Juan Island.

• Public hearing on appeal APPEAL-21-0001 (Francine Shaw, Planning and Permit Services LLC)

Climate and Sustainability Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to establish its operational structure and review the draft planning process. Members will also receive a summary of previous climate work conducted by staff.

• Review of Appointed Boards and Commissions Code of Professional Conduct
• Discussion of Open Public Meetings Act requirements
• Review of draft planning process
• Establishment of regular meeting schedule

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss various park updates and project statuses. The body is scheduled to vote on a fee exemption for the Eastsound Village Green and a bench donation for the same location.

• Vote on Eastsound Village Green Fee Exemption
• Vote on Eastsound Village Green Bench Donation
• Vote on Climate and Sustainability Liaison
• Update on Orcas Island Farmer’s Market Contract
• Update on Squaw Bay Rd Rename

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health will receive updates on the COVID-19 response and the 2021 Healthy Youth Survey. The board will also discuss a draft process for membership recruiting and selection and review an environmental health annual report.

• Draft Board of Health Membership Recruiting and Selection Process
• Dementia Pilot Project presentation
• 2021 Healthy Youth Survey highlights
• Environmental Health Annual Report
• PeaceHealth Community Health Needs Assessment

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Land Bank Commission will conduct a final review of the draft Agricultural Policy. The meeting includes updates on property acquisitions and the 1st Quarter 2022 Financial Report.

• Final review of Draft Agricultural Policy
• Acquisitions update for Glenwood Inn and Entrance Mountain parcel on Orcas
• Acquisitions update for Hauschka (Cady Mountain, Prohaska Rd.) on San Juan
• Lopez Community Land Trust trail easement update
• 1st Quarter 2022 Financial Report

Housing Bank Commission

The committee will receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. Discussion includes the 2022 Emergency Rental Assistance Program and the 2022 Home Fund Round budget, notice of funding availability, and application materials.

• 2022 Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• 2022 Home Fund Round budget update
• 2022 Home Fund Round NOFA and application materials

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to receive updates from Washington State Ferries and the Transportation Commission. Members will discuss current priorities and the summer schedule, specifically regarding a missing Lopez sailing.

• WSF update on service issues, schedules, reservations, and crewing status
• Discussion of summer schedule and missing Lopez sailing without Sidney
• Terminal and Island updates from agents and representatives
• Transportation Commission update from Debbie Young

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss operational updates for the 2022 fair, including ticket pricing and fair hours. The board will also review contracts for janitorial services, ticket gates, and garbage removal.

• Ticket pricing streamlining
• Fair hours
• Contracts for janitorial, ticket gates, and garbage
• Premium Book status
• 2022 Poster final copy

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The Eastsound Planning and Review Committee is meeting to introduce new members and review administrative reports. The body will also conduct a permit review for a project at 89 Terri Lane.

• Permit review for BUILD-22-0083 at 89 Terri Lane, Eastsound
• Introduction of new members Brynna Gregg and Leslie Brazeau
• Prune Alley Report

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee and Citizen’s Salmon Advisory Group are meeting to discuss protection priorities for killer whale foraging areas and salmon recovery strategies. The body will also consider a proposed change to the committee structure and approve the 2021 Annual Report.

• Approval of 2021 Annual Report
• Proposed committee structure change
• Recommendations for Southern Resident killer whale foraging areas on the westside of San Juan Island
• Salmon Recovery protection strategy discussion
• SFRB site visit planning

Landbank Commission

The San Juan County Conservation Land Bank is holding a series of public meetings to gather community input. Each meeting focuses on a specific district and includes an update from Director Lincoln Bormann and District Stewards.

• District 1 meeting: April 6
• District 3 meeting: April 20
• District 2 meeting: April 27

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several sections of the draft Comprehensive Plan. Discussions include the plan's introduction, governance, and a population and land capacity analysis. The meeting also includes a briefing on government office land use designations and continued discussion regarding the Housing Element.

• Review of Draft Comprehensive Plan Section A, Introduction
• Review of Element B.1, Governance
• Review of Appendix 1, Population and Land Capacity Analysis
• Briefing on Table 18.030.040 Allowable and Prohibited Uses for Government Offices
• Continued Housing Element discussion

Citizens Salary Commission

The Citizens' Salary Commission will discuss cost of living increases and base pay adjustments for elected officials. The discussion includes reviewing data collected from comparator counties.

• Cost of living increases for elected officials
• Base pay increases using comparator county data
• Discussion on percentages of residential second homes

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee will review the Draft Water Element Memo. This item is scheduled for action during the meeting.

• Action item: Draft Water Element Memo regarding Comprehensive Plan recommendations

Veterans Advisory Board

The Veterans Advisory Board will meet virtually to conduct business including the approval of previous minutes. Discussion topics include the status of the VSOA agreement with Whatcom County and planning for a county fair booth.

• Review of February 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Status of VSOA agreement with Whatcom County
• Discussion regarding 2022 County Fair Booth (August 17-20)

Superior Court Administration

The San Juan County Law Library is meeting to discuss returning to pre-COVID operations. The board will review budget items, board membership, and reporting requirements.

• Reopening Law Library to pre-covid operations
• Thomson Reuters (West) print and patron contracts expiring December 2022
• Board membership under RCW 27.24.020
• Inventory of library materials and new acquisitions
• Budget review

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will hold public hearings regarding four conditional use permit applications for vacation rentals on San Juan Island. Additionally, the body will hear a request to remove one lot from a plat on Orcas Island.

• Subdivision vacation permit application for White Beach, Orcas Island (LANDUSE-21-0292)
• Vacation rental permit application for 285 Washington Way, San Juan Island
• Vacation rental permit application for 169 De Haro Lane, San Juan Island
• Vacation rental permit application for 415 De Haro Lane, San Juan Island
• Vacation rental permit application for 457 Cessna Ave, San Juan Island

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct a public hearing on an appeal by Ocean Forest LLC-Sean Demeritt. The matter concerns the denial of a request to purchase parking credits at 429 Pine Street on Orcas Island.

• Appeal regarding parking credit denial at 429 Pine Street, Orcas Island

Landbank Commission

The Commission will receive updates on property acquisitions across Orcas, San Juan, and Lopez islands. The meeting includes a final review of the draft Agricultural Policy for public comment.

• Glenwood Inn acquisition update (Orcas)
• Entrance Mountain parcel resale (Orcas)
• Hauschka/Cady Mountain and Prohaska Rd. acquisition update (San Juan)
• Lopez Community Land Trust trail easement update (Lopez)
• Final review of Draft Agricultural Policy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the repeal of SJCC 18.30.640 concerning the Eastsound Village Parking Fund. The body will also review a land use request for Element B.2 Land Use and Rural and hold a discussion on housing.

• Public hearing on the repeal of SJCC 18.30.640 (Eastsound Village Parking Fund)
• Preliminary recommendation briefing for Element B.2 Land Use and Rural review request
• Housing discussion with Housing Program Coordinator Ryan Page

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The committee will receive various agency updates regarding water quality and recovery. Discussion topics include culvert updates for Orcas and San Juan Island, as well as stormwater design for Prune Alley/Eastsound/Lopez Farmers Market.

• Orcas and San Juan Island culvert updates
• Stormwater design/construction information for Prune Alley/Eastsound/Lopez Farmers Market
• Groundwater update
• Environmental inspection updates
• Salmon Recovery Chapter update – freshwater

Agricultural Resources Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the February 15, 2022 meeting. Action is required regarding Comprehensive Plan recommendations and a draft Water Element memo containing five agricultural climate proposals.

• Comprehensive Plan Recommendations (Action Item)
• Draft Water Element Memo: 5 Agricultural Climate Proposals

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss preparations for the 2022 fair, including the event poster and grants. The board will also review contracts for janitorial services, ticket gates, and garbage removal.

• 2022 Poster
• Fairs Association Grants
• Bingo Games
• Contracts for Janitorial, Ticket Gates, and Garbage
• Tent options and fair layout

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the 2022 Home Fund and the Senior/Disabled Rental Subsidy Program. The body will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan Housing Element.

• 2022 Home Fund Documents Workgroup update on pre-development issues
• 2022 applications for the Senior/Disabled Rental Subsidy Program
• Comprehensive Plan Housing Element discussion

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on Washington State Ferries legislative issues, service, and crewing status. Discussion topics include spring and summer schedules, reservation releases, and potential service changes for Lopez Island.

• WSF legislative and service updates
• Spring schedule and reservation release discussion
• Summer schedule and Lopez service discussion
• Transportation Commission update

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The committee is reviewing near-term actions including $100,000 in directed funding for county-wide creosote piling removal planning. Members will also discuss a $400,000 four-year work plan regarding the Ecosystem Protection and Recovery Plan.

• $100,000 directed funding for creosote piling removal planning
• $400,000 4-year ecosystem protection and recovery work plan
• Oil spill prevention letter regarding ETV in Sidney

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will review several building permit applications and receive updates on the Eastsound Parking Program. The agenda also includes a report on building code language for section 18.30.600.

• Eastsound Parking Program update
• Building code language for 18.30.600
• Permit Review: BUILD-22-0076
• Permit Review: BUILD-22-0079 (Revision of BUILD-20-0288)
• Permit Review: BUILD-22-0094 and BUILD-22-0120

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner will conduct public hearings regarding conditional use permit applications for properties on Orcas Island and San Juan Island. One appeal hearing regarding parking credits has been continued to March 21, 2022.

• Conditional use permit for a vacation rental at 661 Buckhorn Road, Orcas Island
• Conditional use permit for a bed and breakfast change of use at 2657 West Valley Road, San Juan Island
• Appeal regarding the denial to purchase parking credits at 429 Pine Street, Orcas Island (continued to March 21, 2022)

Landbank Commission

The Commission will review the 2021 end of year financial report and updates on property acquisitions in Lopez, Orcas, and San Juan islands. A public hearing regarding the draft Agricultural Policy has been deferred to the March 18 meeting.

• Acquisitions update for Lopez (Higgins), Orcas (Glenwood Inn), and San Juan (Hauschka at Cady Mountain, Prohaska Rd.)
• 2021 End of Year Financial Report
• Discussion of Coffelt Farm RFP final draft
• Executive Session to discuss acquisition of real estate

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a recommendation on a vacation rental cap. The meeting also includes a briefing on the repeal of SJCC 18.30.640 related to the Eastsound Village Parking Fund.

• Public hearing on October 15, 2021, Planning Commission recommendation on a vacation rental cap
• Briefing on the repeal of SJCC 18.30.640 (Payment in Lieu – Eastsound Village Parking Fund)

Agricultural Resources Committee

The committee will review the Comprehensive Plan update process and take action on specific recommendations. Discussion includes draft memos regarding water, transportation, housing, capital facilities, and utilities.

• Action item: Comprehensive Plan Recommendations
• Draft Water Element Memo
• Draft memo covering Transportation, Housing, Capital Facilities and Utilities Elements

Fair Board

The Fair Board is meeting to discuss staffing, contracts, and planning for the 2022 fair. The session includes reviews of poster art submissions and coordination of fair activities. The board will also discuss the Fairgrounds Master Plan.

• Review of 2022 Fair poster art submissions
• Discussion of contracts for janitorial, ticket gates, and garbage
• Review of media rubric and tagging with Treehouse Creative
• Discussion of carnival and tent options
• Fairgrounds Master Plan and layout review

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The February 11, 2022, meeting of the Lopez Village Planning Review Committee has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is April 8, 2022.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a revised timeline for the Comprehensive Plan Update. The body will also review preliminary recommendations regarding land use review requests.

• Revised timeline for Comprehensive Plan Update
• Preliminary recommendations regarding land use review requests

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates on composting and organic waste feasibility. Members will also review upcoming household hazardous waste event dates and the Spring Great Islands Clean-up.

• Composting and Organic Waste Feasibility Update and Discussion
• Household Hazardous Waste Event Dates: Friday Harbor (6/10), Friday Harbor (6/11), Orcas Island (6/18), and Lopez Island (6/25)
• Spring Great Islands Clean-up on April 23
• Waste Tire Discussion

Housing Bank Commission

The committee will receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator and discuss workgroup progress regarding the 2022 Home Fund. Discussions also include a communications strategy, senior home repair programs, and the Comprehensive Plan Housing Element.

• 2022 Home Fund Documents Workgroup update
• 2022 Home Fund communications strategy discussion
• Senior Home Repair Programs discussion
• Comprehensive Plan Housing Element discussion

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on Washington State Ferries legislative matters, service issues, and crewing status. Discussion topics include spring and summer schedules, reservation releases, and potential changes to Lopez service.

• WSF legislative and service updates
• Spring schedule and reservation release discussion
• Summer schedule and Lopez service discussion
• Transportation Commission update

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Control Board is meeting to discuss and approve the 2022 San Juan County Noxious Weed List. The board will also consider public comments on weed control and enforcement priorities for the year.

• Public hearing for the 2022 San Juan County Noxious Weed List
• Discussion on proposed funding increase with Milene Henley
• State Parks contract renewal status
• Sportsman's Lake update
• Noxious weed disposal policy revision discussion

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will review threats and stressors associated with climate change and discuss potential actions. The meeting also includes updates on several ongoing projects and a transition to the Citizen’s Salmon Advisory Group meeting.

• MSA Plan update regarding climate change threats
• Plastic Free Salish Sea project update
• Eelgrass protection project update
• False Bay monitoring project update
• Salmon Recovery Chapter final reviews

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will discuss a proposal to repeal SJCC 18.30.640 regarding the Eastsound village parking fund. Members will also receive an update on the status of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Discussion of repealing SJCC 18.30.640 Payment in lieu – Eastsound village parking fund
• Update on the status of the Comprehensive Plan
• Report on Eastsound Design and Review Committee membership

Hearing Examiner

The Hearing Examiner is conducting public hearings on two appeals. These include a challenge to a SEPA determination for an aircraft hangar and a challenge to a wetland restoration plan.

• Appeal by Hardy-Ness regarding SEPA determination for an aircraft hangar at Tarte Road (APPEAL-21-0005)
• Appeal by Haro Legacy, LLC regarding wetland restoration plan for LANDUSE-21-0092 at 69 West Side Road (APPEAL-21-0006)

Landbank Commission

The Commission is holding a continued public hearing to discuss and potentially adopt a Draft Agricultural Policy. The meeting also includes updates on land acquisitions and a discussion regarding a draft RFP for Coffelt Farm.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Draft Agricultural Policy
• Acquisition updates for Higgins (Lopez), Glenwood Inn (Orcas), and Hauschka (Cady Mountain, Prohaska Rd. on San Juan)
• Discussion of Coffelt Farm RFP draft

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive briefings on the status of the Comprehensive Plan and the status of the vacation rental cap recommendation. The body will also discuss the planning of Town Hall events.

• Comprehensive Plan status update briefing
• Town Hall events update and planning
• Vacation rental cap recommendation status update
• Election of officers
• Planning Commission training

Clean Water Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting via video conference to receive agency updates and reports on local water systems. Discussions include culvert updates for Orcas and San Juan Islands and water quality monitoring in the False Bay Creek watershed.

• Orcas and San Juan Island culvert updates
• San Juan County forest stocking survey results and fire risk
• Draft water quality monitoring results for False Bay Creek watershed
• Surface water and Groundwater subcommittees updates

Board of Health

The San Juan County Board of Health will meet to elect 2022 officers and receive updates on COVID-19 and environmental health. The board will review a fee waiver request for children's vaccines and discuss draft revisions to San Juan County Code 8.20.

• Election of 2022 Board Officers
• Vaccine for Children fee waiver request
• Draft revisions to San Juan County Code 8.20
• Behavioral Health Crisis Response System discussion
• USGS Water Study and On-site Sewage Low-Interest Loan Program updates

Agricultural Resources Committee

The Agricultural Resources Committee is meeting to review a Land Bank memo and recap listening sessions. The body will also receive updates from WSU, the SJIAg Guild, the Land Bank, SJICD, and the Food System Team.

• Review of submitted Land Bank Memo
• Recap of outreach listening sessions
• Updates from WSU and SJIAg Guild
• Updates from SJICD and Food System Team

Lopez Village Planning Review Committee

The committee is holding a special meeting with Wardell Architects. The body will conduct permit reviews for two specific building applications.

• Permit review for BUILD-21-0369
• Permit review for BUILD-21-0397

Action Agenda Oversight Group / SJ-LIO

The Implementation Committee is reviewing the draft 2022-2026 Action Agenda for alignment and gaps. The group is also discussing funding options for $100k in FFY2021 directed funding. Other items include a Puget Sound Partnership update and LIO workplan scoping.

• Review of 2022-2026 draft Action Agenda
• Funding options for $100k FFY2021 directed funding
• Jackson Beach creosote piling removal
• Conservation Property Acquisition/Easement
• Puget Sound Partnership update

Ferry Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for 2022. Members will also receive updates regarding Washington State Ferries (WSF) legislative issues, service schedules, and terminal status.

• Election of 2022 Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• WSF update on legislation, schedules, reservations, and crewing
• Transportation Commission update
• Terminal and Island updates

Housing Bank Commission

The San Juan County Housing Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers and receive updates from the Housing Program Coordinator. The body will discuss a Home Fund request letter for OPAL Northern Heights and the 2022 Point in Time Count. Members will also discuss the 2022 Home Fund Pre-Development/NOFA/Application Sub-Committee.

• OPAL Northern Heights Additional Home Fund Request Letter
• 2022 Point in Time Count Discussion
• 2022 Home Fund Pre-Development/NOFA/Application Sub-Committee Discussion
• Election of Officers

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee is holding its second composting sub-committee meeting. The agenda consists of the meeting logistics and participant list.

Eastsound Planning and Review Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022. Members will continue discussions regarding the EPRC 2022 Work Plan with the directors of Community Development and Public Works.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Discussion of EPRC 2022 Work Plan